Screenshot / Expedition Magma
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14-October 14
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I always wanted to do an erupting vulcano with lava and stuff. So I did it! (actually there are 2 erupting vulcanos next to each other) Its obviously unfinished, but you get the idea of that ride. I like how its coming along so far. There are a lot of lava fountains on the top of the vulcano, which arent too visible in the screenshot. You can also see parts of the transport ride, which running through that are with 2 stations. There will be a smaller/supporting ride on the other vulcano, probably a monster-truck-ride through a lava field, but thats just an idea.
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I think the theming looks weird. I think you should go for a differently themed building, now it has some German-type feel to it and i doubt there's any volcanos in Germany...
I also don't like the supports although that's a matter of taste. I've always felt that these old supports look like they're made out of wood. And i doubt that you'd need wooden supports in a burning volcano... i'd rather use some newer supports instead.
And the landscaping needs more big rocks and more orange and yellow, too.
I really like the idea. Very nice besides those small nitpicks that i just mentioned.
The architecture doesn't really match the whole concept I feel. The colours are odd too.
Its an interesting idea no doubt about it, I feel you could execute it better than this tho.... For a start, Lava is more orange no? I don't know if you have it but maybe the volcano scenery peice at the top of the crater. I agree also with the architecture. you might wanna check out polynesian/malaysian. Just google "volcanic ring of fire" and there is plenty of places you could base your architecture on. But I'd personally go for a tropical location on the ring of fire.
I think the lava flows need to be more zig-zaggy and random. Right now it's a straight river of orange.
I agree with those above, this isn't your best.
While I agree with the fact that the station definitely doesn't seem to fit the theme, I won't suggest going for something strictly Ring of Fire-esque, but do make the archy fit in somehow. It could entirely contradict the theme and be something like a midwestern America city-based station, but then make that part of the overall idea (a volcano emerging/erupting within an American city), or in your case, with something that looks a bit European, bring that same idea over.
Just make the volcano and station/architecture fit rather than entirely contrast with each other.
In doing so, I think you'll find better way to make that volcano, being that it doesn't seem to have the best layout as csw mentioned. The main falls are cool, but only offer a view from that bit of the queue and the break run. Maybe make that into something that really highlights the ride? Something that any peep walking by, or somewhere along the ride that heightens the experience? Just a few things to think about.
Good stuff.
My advice: don't overdo it with the rocks. You've formed them nicely, but remember they're only a theming element. Use them where more thoughtfully. Don't let them grow everywhere just because it seems to make sense. You have to be in more command of them and not let them dictate your ride and park.
I also feel the architecture is a bit overelaborated without having a clear enough message. You're obviously going for the strong-theme style, which is difficult. The theme doesn't come across enough for me. "Volcano errupting" is not a deep enough concept to give you enough content to realise in RCT.
from experience with a smiliar coaster i wish you the best of luck
thanks guys. I appreciate all your comments! I know the archy is not what you would expect in a vulcano surrounding. But I just didnt want to do the obvious tropical - indiana jones thing. I plan on building big wooden support structures for the drops of the ride and some more lava streams. So we will see, if I can do "better". I am having fun either way
I think a big, germanic castle, with a bit of a timber framed look, similar to what you have now, with a volcano bursting through it, and having burned/destroyed a portion of it would be a really cool idea. If you don't do it, I will.